2. Create a bootable micro-SD card

3. Disclaimers

The board does get hot so you have to take precautions to cool the board properly. Before letting the board run for hours, you must ensure that the board doesn’t overheat. (preferably by using the ‘xtemp’ utility.)

Boards used in fanless configuration must be placed vertically.

Like all electronics, the Parallella is sensitive to static discharge and must be handled appropriately.

If you were shipped a board before March 1st, 2014, then you must use a conforming powered USB hub.

If you were shipped a board before July 10th, 2014 then you must use a fan with the board. (we do still recommend a fan for all customers, especially if you are going to push the performance of the board)